Cub Cadet 2146 User Manual

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SECTION III. ADJUSTMENTS
This section contains adjustment information for the
Model 2146 tractor. Adjustment information for the 38-
inch deck is located in Section V – Mower Deck
beginning on page 33.
ADJUSTING THE SEAT
WARNING
Do not adjust the seat when the tractor is
moving. Adjusting the seat while the tractor is
moving could cause the operator to lose control
of the tractor.
Before starting the tractor, adjust the seat forward or
rearward to the most comfortable driving position. To
reposition the seat, move the seat adjustment lever
(see Figure 10) upward and slide the seat forward or
rearward. Release the adjustment lever when the seat
is comfortably positioned. Gently rock the seat forward
and rearward once to be sure the seat is locked in
place.
Figure 10
ADJUSTING THE BRAKES
During normal operation of this tractor, the brakes are
subject to wear and will need periodic examination and
adjustment.
To check the brake adjustment, position the tractor on
a firm and level surface. Stop the tractor engine and
remove the ignition key. Pull and lock the transmission
release lever in the “TRANSMISSION RELEASED”
position. Perform the following checks:
1. Engage the brake pedal lock. If the tractor can be
pushed forward or rearward, the braking force
must be increased.
2. Release the brake pedal lock. If the tractor cannot
be pushed forward or rearward, the braking force
must be decreased.
To adjust the braking force, refer to Figure 11 and
proceed as follows:
1. Place the tractor on a level surface with the brake
pedal lock disengaged. Stop the tractor engine
and remove the ignition key.
2. While working from the underside of the tractor,
facing the threaded end of the rod, remove the
hairpin cotter from the brake rod adjustment
ferrule. Remove the ferrule from the brake cam.
To increase the braking force—
Turn the ferrule clockwise (inward) one full
turn at a time until the ferrule can be inserted
into the brake cam while applying a minimal
tension on the spring.
To decrease the braking force—
Turn the ferrule counterclockwise (outward)
one full turn at a time until the ferrule can be
inserted into the brake cam while applying a
minimal tension on the spring.
3. Turn the ferrule counterclockwise (outward) one
full turn to release the slight spring tension, then
insert the ferrule into the brake cam and secure
with the hairpin cotter.
Figure 11. Viewed from top (fender off).
Recheck the brake adjustment to ensure proper brake
operation before operating the tractor. If brake rod
adjustment does not correct the problem, see your
authorized Cub Cadet dealer.
SPRING
BRAKE ROD
HAIRPIN
COTTER
ADJUSTMENT
FERRULE
BRAKE
CAM

Cub Cadet 2146 Specifications

General

Transmission Type	Hydrostatic
Drive	2WD
Front Tires	16 x 6.5-8
Engine Type	4-cycle OHV
Fuel Capacity	11.4 l
Wheelbase	119 cm
Weight	229 kg

Summary

Safe Operation Practices

GENERAL OPERATION

Instructions and precautions for safe general operation of the tractor.

SLOPE OPERATION

Guidelines for safely operating the tractor on inclines and slopes.

CHILDREN

Safety precautions regarding children during operation.

SECTION I. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES

SECTION II. OPERATION

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Preliminary checks and familiarization before operating the tractor.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step instructions for safely starting the tractor engine.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Proper procedures for shutting down the tractor engine.

DRIVING THE TRACTOR

Instructions on how to operate the tractor's driving controls.

DRIVING ON SLOPES

Guidelines for safely operating the tractor on inclines and slopes.

STOPPING THE TRACTOR

OPERATING THE POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO) CLUTCH

SECTION III. ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING THE BRAKES

HYDROSTATIC NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

SECTION IV. MAINTENANCE

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

General guidelines for engine maintenance.

ENGINE OIL

Information on engine oil type, capacity, and checking levels.

CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL

Procedure for checking the engine oil level before each use.

DRAINING OIL AND REPLACING OIL FILTER

Steps for changing the engine oil and oil filter.

CHECKING TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL

Procedure for checking the transmission oil level.

HYDROSTATIC DRIVE OIL FILTER

AIR CLEANER

SPARK PLUG

GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION

MAINTENANCE OF BATTERY

BATTERY REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION

Step-by-step guide for removing and installing the tractor battery.

JUMP STARTING

SECTION V. MOWER DECK

SIDE-TO-SIDE LEVELING ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust the mower deck for side-to-side balance.

FRONT TO BACK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT

GAUGE WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DECK ASSEMBLY

Procedures for removing and installing the entire mower deck assembly.

REMOVAL OF DECK

Detailed steps for detaching the mower deck from the tractor.

INSTALLATION OF DECK

Detailed steps for attaching the mower deck to the tractor.

MAINTENANCE

CLEANING AND BLADE CARE

LUBRICATION

SPINDLE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

SECTION VI. OFF-SEASON STORAGE

SECTION VII. MOWING

MOWING WITH MULCHING OPTION

MAINTENANCE CHART

TROUBLE SHOOTING

LUBRICATION TABLE

LUBRICATION GUIDE

SPECIFICATIONS

SLOPE GAUGE

MAINTENANCE PARTS CHART